PARADOX
Etched In Red Lyrics


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take heed every failure is required
so the truth has impact
now give yourself onto understanding
no one even exists
don't try owning knowledge nor overwhelming wisdom
in serenity trying hearing
answers translate themselves
trusting silence makes every sound
a sight to be held the soft of a yell

here each eye now dylates
making images godlike harmonies
taking back eve's apple
perfecting each right, fixing each contortion
time pauses long and constant
effortlessly, through ogled silence
the answers render themselves

your flirting with soft spots of silence
has made you new
like the fallen infant must get up and try again

trusting silence makes every sound
a sight to be held the soft of a yell

are you waiting for the world to realize you

taking bullshit, faking bullshit
never stopping to listen

your flirting with soft spots of silence
has made you new
like the fallen infant must get up and try again





this verse in a life is where I begin
the first of a word the right to fit in

Overall Meaning

The song "Paradox" by Etched in Red is a thought-provoking and insightful piece that speaks about the importance of failure and the value of silence in our lives. The opening lines "take heed every failure is required, so the truth has impact" suggest that failure is an essential part of growth and learning. In fact, failure is necessary to appreciate the truth and its impact on our lives. The song goes on to explain that understanding requires a deep listening and a humble approach: "now give yourself onto understanding, don't try owning knowledge nor overwhelming wisdom, in serenity trying hearing, answers translate themselves".


The song also emphasizes the significance of silence in our lives, stating that "trusting silence makes every sound a sight to be held the soft of a yell". Silence is not just the absence of noise but it can be a powerful tool in finding answers and discovering new perspectives. The song suggests that in silent moments, one can experience godlike harmonies and gain a new perspective on things that were previously hidden.


The song concludes with an invitation to listen more and not fake or ignore what is happening around us. The lines "taking bullshit, faking bullshit, never stopping to listen" reminds us that we need to slow down and observe the world more closely. The closing lines invite us to take responsibility for our own life and to use words to fit in and make sense of our experiences: "this verse in a life is where I begin, the first of a word the right to fit in".


Overall, the song is a meditation on the importance of failure, silence, and listening to gain a deeper understanding of our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

take heed every failure is required
It is necessary to experience failure in order to understand and appreciate the truth.


so the truth has impact
By experiencing failure, the truth becomes more meaningful and impactful.


now give yourself onto understanding
Devote yourself to understanding the truth and its impact.


no one even exists
In the grand scheme of things, individual existence is insignificant.


don't try owning knowledge nor overwhelming wisdom
Avoid the temptation to possess and control knowledge and wisdom.


in serenity trying hearing
Listen intently in a calm and peaceful state of mind.


answers translate themselves
The answers to life's questions will reveal themselves naturally.


trusting silence makes every sound
By embracing moments of silence, all sounds become more meaningful.


a sight to be held the soft of a yell
The quietest sounds can hold the most profound meaning.


here each eye now dylates
One's perception becomes heightened and expanded.


making images godlike harmonies
Perceiving the world in a new way can create a sense of unity and harmony.


taking back eve's apple
Reclaiming knowledge and understanding.


perfecting each right, fixing each contortion
Correcting mistakes and overcoming challenges.


time pauses long and constant
In moments of clarity, time seems to slow down and become more meaningful.


effortlessly, through ogled silence
The answers seem to reveal themselves without any effort, in moments of deep contemplation.


your flirting with soft spots of silence
Embracing silence in a playful manner.


has made you new
Has transformed and changed you.


like the fallen infant must get up and try again
Like a baby learning to walk, we must keep persevering and learning from our mistakes.


are you waiting for the world to realize you
Do you expect others to recognize and appreciate your worth?


taking bullshit, faking bullshit
Dishonesty and deception do not lead to a true understanding of oneself or the world.


never stopping to listen
Ignoring the wisdom and knowledge that comes from truly listening and understanding.


this verse in a life is where I begin
This moment in life is where one can begin to truly understand and appreciate the world.


the first of a word the right to fit in
This is the beginning of a new understanding, a new way of fitting into the world.




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